Authors:
Suci Azzahra, Lili Nurlaili, Mohd Saleem Bhat, G. Jerusha Angelene Christabel, D. Celin Pappa

Addresses:
Department of Educational Management, University Pamulang, Pamulang, Banten, Indonesia. Department of Information Technology, International Open University of Gambia, Serrekunda, Kanifing, The Gambia. Department of English, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. Department of Science and Humanities, Dhaanish Ahmed College of Engineering, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.

Abstract:

This study investigates the role of transformational leadership, school culture, and intrinsic motivation in influencing teacher innovation at public junior high schools in Serpong District, South Tangerang City. The background of this research lies in the growing demand for innovative teaching practices to improve the quality of education amid rapid technological and societal changes. Transformational leadership, a supportive school culture, and intrinsic motivation are assumed to be key determinants of teachers’ ability to innovate in their professional practice. The research employed a quantitative correlational approach to examine the relationships among the three independent variables and teacher innovation as the dependent variable. Data were collected through structured questionnaires distributed to teachers across selected schools, using purposive sampling to ensure representation. The collected data were analysed statistically using correlation and regression techniques to determine the strength and significance of the relationships. Transformational leadership inspires, motivates, and stimulates instructors to adopt innovative teaching practices, according to the findings. Positive, collaborative educational cultures encourage creativity and knowledge exchange, which boosts innovation. Intrinsic drive also helps teachers develop beyond extrinsic pressures. The study concludes that transformative leadership, supportive school culture, and intrinsic motivation promote teacher innovation. Leadership development, cultural reinforcement, and motivational tactics enhance educational innovation, with consequences for school management and policy.

Keywords: Transformational Leadership; Intrinsic Motivation; Teacher Innovation; Cultural Reinforcement; Quantitative Correlational Study; Supportive School Culture.

Received on: 12/12/2024, Revised on: 09/02/2025, Accepted on: 27/04/2025, Published on: 03/03/2026

DOI: 10.69888/FTSTL.2026.000617

FMDB Transactions on Sustainable Techno Learning, 2026 Vol. 4 No. 1, Pages: 12-21

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